Senior Planner

  • Red Sky Personnel Ltd
  • Apr 12, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

PLANNER / SENIOR PLANNER HEAVY CIVILS / RAIL
Uxbridge (Full-Time Office Based)
Competitive Salary + Package

We are looking to strengthen our Planning team with the addition of an experienced Planner or Senior Planner to support a growing pipeline of rail and infrastructure projects across London and the South East.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering complex, safety-critical schemes within the rail sector.

The Role

You will play a key role across both tender and live project environments, producing and managing detailed programmes that support successful project delivery.

This is a hands-on position where your input will directly influence project performance, sequencing, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6
  • Produce tender programmes and support bid submissions
  • Identify critical path, risks, and key interfaces
  • Work closely with site and project teams to monitor progress and update programmes
  • Support programme reporting and performance analysis
  • Assist with risk mitigation and planning strategy
  • Attend internal and client programme meetings

What We re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within heavy civils or rail (essential)
  • Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6
  • Experience working on infrastructure or transport projects
  • Understanding of NEC contracts (desirable)
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with delivery teams

Why Apply?

  • Strong pipeline of secured rail and infrastructure work
  • Exposure to complex and high-profile projects
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment

This is a full-time, office-based role in Uxbridge, suited to someone who wants to be closely involved in project delivery and team collaboration.

If you re an experienced Planner or Senior Planner with a strong background in rail or heavy civils, get in touch for a confidential discussion.